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3 things you can do with pumpkin

Fall is the time for pumpkins, and you can do more with them than use them as home decor. Use every part of your pumpkin this season. Buy your pumpkin and follow these tips:

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Roasted pumpkin seeds make for an undeniably tasty fall snack! Boil your seeds in salted water, drain, mix in olive oil and bake at 200 degrees for 10-15 minutes. For a personal touch, sprinkle them with your favorite fall spices before baking.

Pumpkin protein balls
Looking for a better use for your homemade pumpkin puree? Pumpkin protein balls are the perfect no-bake snack on the go for festive fall activities. Combine pumpkin puree, nut butter, oats and coconut for a tasty yet protein-rich treat.

Pumpkin puree You can puree the flesh of a pumpkin to use in hearty breakfast sandwiches and pies, or as a rich starter for fall soups. Simply clean the inside of the pumpkin, cut it in half and place, flesh side down, in a 175 degree oven for 45 minutes. Peel off the skin. Voila!